IITA Is Recruiting Drivers -Various Locations

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the position of Driver I

Position / Responsibilities

Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:

Drive IITA vehicles to various destinations as requiredConvey IITA scientists/staff/visitors to field work and other places as requiredEnsure all station vehicles are well maintained and cleanDeliver confidential documents/letters to partners especially donors, ministries and embassy,Convey project members and guests from local and international airport.Liaise with Insurance Officer to ensure vehicle documents are valid and up-to-date;Participate in carrying out field operations/activities.Perform any other duties as my b assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualification, Experience and Skills

The ideal candidate must possess:

WASC with valid professional drivers’ licence (Class ‘E’) plus at least three (3) years driving in an international research institute.

The ideal candidate must:

Be conversant with Nigerian roads;Posses ability to drive long distance with good eye sight;Be able to work under pressure and be ready to work on weekends where necessary.Proficient in speaking, reading local language of the geographical area in which he/she is posted in order to communicate with farmers

Remuneration:

We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Method of application:

Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work and evidence of current remuneration package.